Pierre Cardin News

How many people can count among their closest friends Ethel Merman (the Queen of Broadway), Mother Teresa (beatified by the Vatican in October, 2003), Lee Lehman, (wife of Robert Lehman, head of Lehman Brothers), Pierre Cardin (legendary couturier and major show-business force in Europe), and many others? Well, Tony Cointreau, a scion of the French liqueur family, can. His new memoir, Ethel Merman, Mother Teresa... and Me, will be released on February 15th (the 30th anniversary of Ethel Merman's death). The book is currently available for pre-order at Amazon.com.

Matteo Setti, Italy's newest singing sensation, will make his New York City debut at The Cutting Room December 10 at 8 p.m. ET. Setti joins a long line of incredible artists such as Lady Gaga, Norah Jones, Kid Rock and many others, who have graced the stage at The Cutting Room. Setti will bring his passion for music and thrill the audience with everything one would expect from Italy; warmth, charm, a dynamic talent and a captivating presence.

New York, NY...Demisch Danant is pleased to announce Maria Pergay: The 1970s, an exhibition devoted to a pivotal period in the career of the renowned French designer. On view in the gallery's stand (G12) at Design Miami/, the exhibition comprises a selection of Maria Pergay's most iconic works of the 1970s, set in a Parisian-style domestic environment at the fair and accompanied by early fiber works of the 1970s by esteemed Paris-based American artist Sheila Hicks.

Safilo Group, a leader in the premium eyewear sector and Kate Spade LLC, owned by Fifth & Pacific Companies Inc., jointly announced the signing of a five-year North American eyewear licensing agreement for the design, production and distribution of Jack Spade, and the three-year extension of the current kate spade new york international licensing agreement. Both agreements are in effect through December 31, 2018.

New York, NY...Demisch Danant is pleased to announce Maria Pergay: The 1970s, an exhibition devoted to a pivotal period in the career of the renowned French designer. On view in the gallery's stand (G12) at Design Miami/, the exhibition comprises a selection of Maria Pergay's most iconic works of the 1970s, set in a Parisian-style domestic environment at the fair and accompanied by early fiber works of the 1970s by esteemed Paris-based American artist Sheila Hicks.

Demisch Danant is pleased to announce Maria Pergay: The 1970s, an exhibition devoted to a pivotal period in the career of the renowned French designer. On view in the gallery's stand (G12) at Design Miami/, the exhibition comprises a selection of Maria Pergay's most iconic works of the 1970s, set in a Parisian-style domestic environment at the fair and accompanied by early fiber works of the 1970s by esteemed Paris-based American artist Sheila Hicks.

The Princess Grace Foundation-USA (PGF-USA) is proud to announce that Cicely Tyson will accept the Prince Rainier III Award and filmmaker and New Arts Axis Director, Wendy Levy, and New York City Ballet Principal Dancer, Tiler Peck, will receive Princess Grace Statue Awards at the 2013 Princess Grace Awards Gala tonight, October 30, 2013, at Cipriani 42(nd) Street in New York City.

The Princess Grace Foundation-USA (PGF-USA) is proud to announce that Cicely Tyson will accept the Prince Rainier III Award and filmmaker and New Arts Axis Director, Wendy Levy, and New York City Ballet Principal Dancer, Tiler Peck, will receive Princess Grace Statue Awards at the 2013 Princess Grace Awards Gala on October 30, 2013, at Cipriani 42(nd) Street in New York City.

Luisa Delgado has been appointed as the new CEO of Safilo Group and Safilo Spa, as anticipated by the Company on June 19, 2013. Roberto Vedovotto will remain on the Board of Safilo Group as a non executive Director.

Perry Ellis announced the launch of their new namesake fragrance for men. Perry Ellis is a fresh, woody aromatic scent that reflects the Perry Ellis man's witty, casual confidence.

Carrera, a leading brand of Safilo Group and the iconic luxury fashion brand Jimmy Choo are proud to announce an agreement for the design, production and distribution of an exclusive capsule collection of Carrera by Jimmy Choo sunglasses.

Safilo Group, worldwide leader in the premium eyewear sector, and Bobbi Brown, the iconic cosmetics company owned by Estee Lauder and founded by the world renowned makeup artist and entrepreneur Bobbi Brown, announced their worldwide licensing agreement for the design, manufacture and distribution of optical frames and sunglass collections.

Safilo Group, worldwide leader in the premium eyewear sector, and Banana Republic, the global accessible luxury brand that delivers modern, covetable workplace style, announced the renewal of the licensing agreement through January, 31, 2019 for the design, manufacturing and distribution of optical frames and sunglass collections.

FilmBuff and Coffee Bluff Pictures today announced the release of the critically acclaimed documentary film, VERSAILLES '73: AMERICAN RUNWAY REVOLUTION. The film will be released on iTunes, Amazon Instant View, and other VOD platforms on Tuesday, February 12th, 2013 by digital entertainment curator, FilmBuff.

Safilo Group, leader in the premium eyewear sector, announced the early renewal of the licensing agreement for the design, manufacture and worldwide distribution of the luxury brands MAX MARA and MAX&Co. collections of optical frames and sunglasses. The new agreement will now run until December 31, 2019.

The Brooklyn Museum will be the only East Coast venue for The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk, the first international exhibition dedicated to the groundbreaking French couturier, organized by the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. The critically acclaimed touring show, already seen by half a million people, spans the Paris-based designer's 37-year career and includes iconic examples never before exhibited. The Brooklyn presentation will include new material not shown in the previous venues, including ensembles from his recent runway shows.

The Polaroid Eyewear 75th Anniversary celebration planned for Tuesday 30th October at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has been postponed due to the severe weather conditions being caused by Hurricane Sandy.

Polaroid Eyewear is celebrating its 75th Anniversary on Tuesday 30th October from 7pm to 10 pm at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City. Guests will get to discover, explore and interact with the brand's technology and learn how Polaroid Eyewear is moving forward into the future.

The new fashion documentary, VERSAILLES '73: American Runway Revolution,' continues to build momentum, opening in three additional cities: Los Angeles, California (October 26 - November 1), Atlanta, Georgia (October 29 - 31), and Chicago, Illinois (November 7-8, 16 - 19). The film will also have a premiere screening on October 20th during Toronto Fashion Week in Canada.